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Grande Cuvée Champagne AOC Brut - Krug

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Krug
Name Champagne AOC
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of ripe fruit, hazelnut, brioche
Vinification method Classic method with bottle fermentation
Residual sugars About 9 g/l
Region Champagne
Production area Reims and Épernay
Country France
Type Brut sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 6 years in cellar
Type of cask Oak barrels and bottle for refermentation
Color Straw yellow with golden reflections
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption Within 10 years from disgorging
Pairing Aperitifs, fish, shellfish, refined dishes
The Grande Cuvée Champagne AOC Brut by Krug represents the pinnacle of champagne expression, with a refinement that only years of mastery and dedication can deliver. This prestigious champagne benefits from a meticulous selection of reserve wines, which are harmoniously blended with the finest wines of the year, creating an extraordinarily complex and captivating ensemble.

On the nose, the Grande Cuvée Krug stands out with its intense notes of ripe fruit, toasted almond, bakery, and yeasts, resulting from a long maturation in the cellar. These fragrances unfold elegantly, inviting a taste that reveals an exceptional vinosity.

On the palate, this Champagne demonstrates impeccable structure, balanced by a lively acidity that allows for unmatched freshness. Flavors of yellow fruits, nuts, and nuances of honey and candied citrus can be perceived, which blend into a persistent and harmonious finish.

Every sip of the Grande Cuvée Champagne AOC Brut by Krug is a sensory adventure, with a richness and complexity that are rarely found in other champagnes. This makes each bottle particularly suitable for special occasions or as a magnificent gift for wine enthusiasts.

Serve at a temperature of about 8-10°C to bring out all its qualities. The ideal pairing includes refined dishes such as oysters, caviar, or elegant and lightly spiced fish dishes. The excellence of this Cuvée also allows it to be paired with dessert dishes made with dried fruit or fine pastries.
The winery

Krug – Winery in Champagne

Discover the story and wines of Krug.

A leading Maison de Champagne based in Reims, known for its artisanal approach to blending and for long-aged cuvées such as the Grande Cuvée and the single-vineyard Clos cuvées.
Region: Champagne
Country: Francia
Founded: 1843
Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Founded by Joseph Krug in 1843 and headquartered in Reims. Known for the Krug Grande Cuvée: a multi-vintage blend composed of more than one hundred base wines. Preserves and showcases the individuality of wines from single parcels; famous examples: Clos du Mesnil and Clos d'Ambonnay. Uses the three classic Champagne varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Tasting Committee that evaluates hundreds of wines each year to guide blending decisions.
Winery history
Founded by Joseph Krug in 1843 in Reims, the Maison built its reputation through a focus on quality and the practice of blending, which allows it to preserve and combine the characteristics of many base wines. Over time the Krug family has developed emblematic projects such as the Clos du Mesnil and the Clos d'Ambonnay, and has maintained strong ties with selected growers.
Production philosophy
Krug emphasizes the individuality of wines from single plots: each is vinified and evaluated separately before being assembled. The Maison values patience, respect for the terroir and close collaboration with growers through the Krug Growers' Circle.
Terroir and vineyards
Headquartered in Reims, the grapes come from numerous crus and parcels across the Champagne region, with notable examples such as Clos du Mesnil and Clos d'Ambonnay. Krug uses both estate-owned vineyards and grapes supplied by carefully selected contract growers.

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